Posted:3 hours ago
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Retail
Description:
Founded in 1992, Majid Al Futtaim is the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia. A remarkable business success story, Majid Al Futtaim started from one man’s vision to transform the face of shopping, entertainment and leisure to 'create great moments for everyone, every day’. It has since grown into one of the United Arab Emirates’ most respected and successful businesses spanning 15 international markets, employing more than 33,000 people, and achieving the highest credit rating (BBB) among privately-held corporates in the Middle East. Majid Al Futtaim owns and operates 20 shopping malls, 12 hotels and three mixed-use communities, with further developments underway in the region. The shopping malls portfolio includes Mall of the Emirates, City Centre malls and My City Centre neighbourhood centres, and also four community malls which are in joint venture with the Government of Sharjah. The Company holds exclusive rights to the Carrefour franchise in 38 markets across Middle East, Africa and Central Asia, and operates a portfolio of more than 160 outlets in 15 countries.
Job Description
The Manager - Private Brand is responsible and accountable for the Private Label range and performance across Territories within their Department/Group of categories. The role holder is also responsible for the adaptation of the Company/Department and Section strategy to their designated categories. The role holder is expected to propose a range of Private Label products to be developed, set marketing and communication strategy both offline and online, optimize and track all financial KPIs.
ROLE PROFILE
- Stay abreast of market trends and innovation to elaborate action plans, maintain Private Label brand’s strategy and develop Private Labels range responding to Customer Demand
- Ensure Private Label items meet local sales targets and profit goals
- Ensure the proper integration of the Private Label items within the International Merchandising function strategy
- Prioritize development plan in coordination with Private Label Quality Team, Sourcing team and Sales Development team across territories to maximise resources and sales potential
- Ensure commercial strategy is implemented offline and online; KPIs are tracked and corrective action plans are set when necessary
- Follow up on the manufacturing and launch of new Private Label products in the stores
- Ensure the marketing of Private Label items in coordination with Marketing and Sales Development
- Support Sourcing teams with their category strategy definitions
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Marketing
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role with a product development background being mandatory (Private Label )
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Strong negotiation and networking skills
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
